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Baked Pears With Lemon Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this healthy and delightful baked pear dessert! Inspired by a classic recipe, these tender pears, baked to perfection with a touch of spice, are complemented by a vibrant, chilled lemon sauce. A perfect ending to any meal, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Get ready to savor the sweet and tangy flavors!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 228.5 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Pears With Lemon Sauce

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How to Make Baked Pears With Lemon Sauce

  1. **Prepare the Lemon Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of cold milk until smooth.
  2. **Combine Sauce Ingredients:** In a saucepan, combine the arrowroot mixture with 3/4 cup of milk and the cinnamon stick.
  3. **Simmer the Sauce:** Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. **Add Citrus & Sweetness:** Stir in the lemon zest, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 cup of honey.
  5. **Chill the Sauce:** Remove from heat, remove and discard the cinnamon stick. Cover and refrigerate to chill completely (at least 30 minutes).
  6. **Preheat Oven:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. **Prepare Pears:** Halve the pears and carefully remove the core using a melon baller or small spoon.
  8. **Arrange Pears:** Place the pear halves in a lightly greased glass baking dish.
  9. **Make the Pear Glaze:** In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup water, and 4 whole cloves. Heat over low heat until just simmering; do not boil.
  10. **Glaze the Pears:** Carefully pour the honey mixture over the pears in the baking dish.
  11. **Bake the Pears:** Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the pears are tender and easily pierced with a fork. Cooking time will depend on pear ripeness.
  12. **Remove Cloves:** Remove the pears from the oven and carefully remove the whole cloves.
  13. **Serve:** Serve the warm baked pears immediately, topped with the chilled lemon sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

6g

Carbs

17g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Desserts Fruit Easy Vegetarian Dietary Pears 4 Hours Or Less